Cicerale, presentation of the book by Jacopo Luongo 'Martino and Joshua'

Sabato 10 agosto alle 19:30, la suggestiva piazza Primicile Carafa di Cicero (SA) ospiterà la presentazione del libro “Martino e Giosuè” di Jacob Longo, un giovane autore cilentano. L’evento vedrà la partecipazione, oltre che dell’autore, di autorevoli figure del panorama culturale come la professoressa Maria Rosa Valente, il dottore in lettere moderne Rosario Papa e l’assessora alla cultura Chiara Valva.

The Book and Its Author

Born in 2000, Jacopo Luongo has created “Martino e Giosuè” (Marco Serra Tarantola Editore, 255 pages), a work that explores the meaning of art and highlights the difficulties that many young people from Southern Italy face when they leave their homeland in search of opportunities. The protagonists, Martino and Giosuè, are two artists and friends whose lives are intertwined in the southern countryside. Despite the economic differences of their families, the two develop a strong bond and, supported by Giosuè's family, move to Paris to hone their talents.

A Journey Through Art and Culture

Martino devotes himself to painting, while Giosuè focuses on music. Life in a big city like Paris offers them new perspectives, but also drags them into a whirlwind of vices that tests their feelings and forces them to reflect on their vision of art. This reflection on the meaning of art and the challenges faced by the two protagonists represents the heart of the novel.

A Cultural Event with Strong Local Support

The initiative is sponsored by the Municipality of Cicerale and was organized with the support of the Youth Forum, the San Giorgio Association Committee, the Pro Loco, the San Felice Association and Cicelandia. This broad support highlights the importance that the local community attributes to the event and to Luongo's work.

Between Landscape and Literature

Jacopo Luongo, in his story, offers a deeply personal look at the Cilento landscape. He spent long afternoons in the fields, immersed in a wild and alive nature, with time that seemed suspended. The images evoked by the author convey the beauty of Cilento, with its breathtaking views and its landscapes rich in history and tradition. These walks in the fields and among the Cilento farmers have left a deep mark on Luongo, influencing his perception of the world and of life. The traditions and landscapes of Cilento become a crucial backdrop for his reflections on human beauty and art.

“Martino e Giosuè” is not just a novel, but an emotional and cultural journey that invites readers to reflect on their relationship with art, land and traditions. The presentation of the book in Cicerale represents an unmissable opportunity to come into contact with an authentic and profound vision of life in Southern Italy, enriched by the personal experiences of the author Jacopo Luongo.